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Mr George Sanger
Many millions of people have found joy from circus abilities and talent. Yes, spiritually enlightening or uplifting even. Old circus people were very normal family orientated and (usually) loved the public. ‘The Central Ring’ is all that matters they might have said. The late George Sanger was such a person the grandson of the original ‘Lord’ George who met with Queen Victoria and she gave to him a permission note to take his circus onto any common land! ‘Lord’ George Sanger’s father served on the Victory with Nelson and later received a pension of £10 per annum. The late George Sanger ran Sangers Circus until 1961. He would have many humourous stories to tell (he once toured a Variety/Circus show with Morcambe and Wise in the tent – it was not successful. This was covered by a drama recently shown on television that did not do real justice to Mr Sanger). I spent four tremendously happy seasons with the circus that was a joy to work for. Their tour conduct was nearer to pre-war than post war, old values manners and philosophies. Most of my basic knowledge and training came from there.
The Original Lord George Sanger Parade – 1890
The above photo shows the five piece band with a very full house. All the band members were youthful and during the pre performance period for the audience entering would happily play the best of Trad-Jazz that was popular during 1961. So well the audience would show cheers and appreciation!
One of the most attractive Digger Pugh dancers and aerialists – Janet. Do hope you see this Janet!
The circus in 1953
